The Detroit Lions have put the rest of the NFC on notice by taking down the top team in the conference on Monday, and it was enough to keep them knocking on the door to the top spot themselves. For now, though, they remain just out of the division lead but they have moved up to the top wild card spot for now.

NFC North standings heading into Week 8

It should be noted that the Lions are the first team in the NFC North to get to five wins. They absolutely still control their own destiny.

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The Detroit Lions rode an impressive defensive performance into a 14-3 lead at halftime over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Can they hold onto the lead? Join our second half live chat by scrolling to the bottom of the page and hanging out in our comment section.

Before the Detroit Lions break for their bye week, they face off in a huge NFC matchup on “Monday Night Football.” The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in town and they sport the conference’s best record at 5-1 through six games.

The Buccaneers are led by one of the best offenses in football, currently averaging the sixth-most points per game (27.5). Their offense is defined by a downfield attack led by a strong wide receiving corps and outstanding quarterback play from Baker Mayfield. The Bucs quarterback currently ranks seventh in passer rating (108.5), eighth in QBR (71.1), and ninth in PFF...

The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers face off on Monday night for a place near the top of the NFC. If the Buccaneers win, they’ll stand alone atop the conference with a 6-1 record. If the Lions win, both teams will be 5-2—technically behind the Green Bay Packers, who are 4-1-1 through seven weeks.

Both teams have been on similar trajectories over the past few years. Under Todd Bowles, the Buccaneers have made the playoffs three straight year, holding the NFC South crown in each. Under Dan Campbell, the Lions have been NFC North winners for each of the...

The Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have declared their inactives ahead of their Week 7 matchup on “Monday Night Football.” The big news for the Lions is that starting left tackle Taylor Decker will play and, based on warmups, looks in line to step back into a starting role.

If you missed any of the team’s roster transactions this week or need a refresher on our updated depth chart, with position-by-position rankings as well as a visual overview, we’ve got you covered. We also delivered a plethora of game previews leading up to this game, including [breaking down the...

As expected, the Detroit Lions made a bunch of roster moves ahead of their “Monday Night Football” game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Primarily, they fortified their injury-filled secondary with three players now eligible to play Monday night. And, as expected, Lions defensive tackle Alim McNeill has been activated from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list and will play against the Buccaneers.

Here’s the full list of moves from the Lions:

Activated from PUP

• DT Alim McNeill

Signed from practice squad to 53-man roster

• CB Arthur Maulet

Temporary elevation from practice squad

• CB Tre Flowers -...

Ahead of every Detroit Lions game in 2025, we will provide readers with an updated depth chart of the team’s roster based on information gathered throughout the week. In Week 7, the Detroit Lions (4-2) are back at home and taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) on “Monday Night Football.”

To help you prepare for this matchup, we have a detailed Lions depth chart, which not only ranks all the players but also provides the latest news on roster moves, injury statuses, and other relevant developing stories. For your viewing experience, we have listed the player’s number (in parentheses),...

Monday night brings together two recent multi-time division leaders—the Buccaneers, who have ruled the NFC South since 2021, and the Lions, who have risen to prominence atop the NFC North—in their fourth meeting over the past three seasons.

After Detroit swept Tampa Bay in 2023, including their playoff clash, the Buccaneers struck back early last year in Week 2, handing the Lions one of just two regular-season losses. Now, in a primetime rematch at Ford Field, the Lions will look to rebound from a deflating loss in Kansas City—one where they allowed Patrick Mahomes to march up and down the...

After a drama-filled game with the Kansas City Chiefs, the Detroit Lions fell to 4-2, losing due to mistakes and some learning of the rulebook. The Lions need to focus on the now, though, as they return home for a “Monday Night Football” game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs enter 5-1, and the top team of the NFC, as these two battle once again in a highly-contested matchup.

“They’re playing hot football. It’s a very good team,” Campbell said. “Baker (Mayfield), you guys know I got a lot of respect for him. The way he plays, his leadership,...

The Detroit Lions are looking to bounce back after a tough Week 6 loss, but a strong Tampa Bay Buccaneers team stands in their way. The former NFC Central foes have had a little bit of a rivalry going as of late. Back in 2023, the Lions beat the Bucs twice—once in their own home, the next time in the NFC Divisional Round. Last year, Tampa got their revenge by handing the Lions one of their two losses of the season—and in Ford Field, too.

Given how competitive all three of those games were, it’s no surprise the NFL chose...

It seems like a big return is just around the corner.

The Detroit Lions appear poised to welcome defensive tackle Alim McNeill back into the lineup for Monday night’s tilt against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The star lineman has been on the Physically Unable to Perform list all season while recovering from a brutal ACL injury late last year. With Week 7 almost wrapped up, the man is “freakin’ playing.”

Whenever a player comes back from injury, there is always a question about what to expect. Sometimes, a depleted roster necessitates a sudden uptick in snaps. In other cases, a...

The Atlanta Falcons (3-2) and San Francisco 49ers (4-2) will close out Sunday of Week 7 with a “Sunday Night Football” matchup in Santa Clara. Despite having a similar record, these two teams feel like they’re headed in different directions.

The Falcons enter this game coming off a big win over the Bills in Week 6 and have won three of their last four games. Meanwhile, the 49ers, who are dealing with a boatload of injuries, have lost two of their last three.

If you’re interested in chatting with other NFL fans during this game, just stick right here for...